Recreation Assistant Position Available In Craven, North Carolina

Serves as a working supervisor in coordinating, scheduling, and assisting in recreational programs, provides customer service, enforces rules, ensures safe and appropriate recreation facilities and program services are provided.

• Illustrative Examples of WorkOversees all day-to-day on-site recreation program functions; provides recreational programs and social services programs and activities, including special-needs and special-interest programs, special events and excursions, and social services programsResponsible for the implementation and management of on-site cash handling procedures; registers and enrolls program participants, including certification of program eligibility; provides customer service and general information, and resolves problems and customer service inquiries within scope of authorityCoordinates, schedules, trains, and monitors the work of part-time staff and volunteers; assures staff maintains safe and aesthetically pleasing recreation venues and events and adheres to policies and procedures for efficient and safe operationsCoordinates and facilitates recreation activities, classes, workshops, social events, and special programs; supervises recreation programs, facility and event patrons; monitors activities and enforces rules and safety standards; assists, supervises and coaches participants in various recreation programs; promotes a positive learning environment and good personal behavior; reports and resolves complaints, requests, safety conditions, security issues and illegal activitiesRecognizes, avoids, reports, and resolves unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries, complaints, special requests, safety conditions, security issues and illegal activities within scope of authorityMaintains program accounting and administrative records; updates and maintains database of activity schedules, classes and special events; coordinates event schedules and reconciles schedule conflicts; maintains paperwork, registration forms and event calendarsPromotes good relationships with neighborhood and community groups and other agencies; may provide outreach functions with schools, parents and general public to promote program activities and coordinate utilization of facilitiesPlans, coordinates, and schedules activities and services for recreation programs and special events to provide recreational opportunities in a safe, fun, healthy, and inviting environment; recreation activities include sports and aquatics programs, athletic contests, sporting events, games, classes, youth enrichment programs, wellness classes, special adult programs, and pre-school and after-school programs and events•

Knowledge of:

Basic principles and practices of recreation techniques and programsBasic computer applications involving word processing, data entry, and standard report generation, and record keeping practicesCity policies and proceduresCustomer service principles and methodsFederal, State and City safety rules and regulations including occupational hazardsPurpose, use, and benefits of recreational and social programs and activitiesRules and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using municipal recreational facilities, programs, and equipmentSafe driving techniques in all road conditionsTechniques for dealing with the public, in person, and over the telephoneThe rules, regulations, policies, and operating procedures of the Parks and Recreation Department

• Ability to:

Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations upon approval of upper managementCommunicate effectively verbally and in writingEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of workExplain policies and procedures and ensure recipients are able to understand and accept themSupervise cash handling processes; perform multiple tasks simultaneouslyUse initiative and indepe dent judgment within established procedural guidelines•

Skills:

Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demandsCoordinating recreation activities and supervising program participantsEntering numerical data and department information into a computer system with speed and accuracyInteracting with diverse group of individuals in a cooperative, compassionate, and caring mannerMaking accurate arithmetic calculations, accounting for money, and making changePromoting and enforcing safe work practicesSupervising the work of part-time recreation staff and providing training to newly hired staffUsing courtesy and respect in providing customer services

• Education and ExperienceGraduation from high school or GED equivalency and two (2) years of full-time (equivalent) experience; OR experience working in recreation programs performing facilities service functions, working in programs for seniors and individuals with disabilities, or working with elderly persons and persons with disabilities; OR any equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience defined in the Illustrative Examples of Work•Special Requirements, Licenses, and CertificatesCPR and First AidMay also require a State of NC food handlers permit and/or completion of Safe Serve training•

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Physical RequirementsModerate physical demands; strength sufficient to lift and move items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds; frequent lifting and moving of supplies and equipment; ability to operate delivery equipment; and, heavy use of a personal computer.

Work EnvironmentPrimary work environment is in a City recreation facility and/or outdoors, which may include working under adverse weather conditions; some positions require working in a commercial kitchen; may be required to work overtime, and evening, weekend, swing, and holiday shifts; may be required to wear a City-provided uniform.

• Job SummaryAssists facilities supervisor in the operation of recreation facilities
• Essential Job FunctionsPerforms record keeping duties such as compiling complete results of team scores, individual statistics, and spectator attendance at sports events for league and tournament playsPrepares playing facilities for league play (Gyms, Tennis courts, and Softball diamonds)Directs visitors to proper person, facility, or office, according to their requestsPerforms assorted maintenance duties pertaining to spectator areas, restrooms, and scorekeeper areasOrganizes training programs for participantsSubmits payroll for officialsAssigns officials for tournaments or extracurricular activities or referee athletic gamesLeads activities such as the after school program and arts and craftsCares for and ensures equipment is in safe working condition, and may check facility for safety hazards prior to start of play each dayPerforms related duties and fulfills responsibiliti•